2018 Legislative Preview
As the 2018 legislative session grows closer, we zero in on the key policy debates.
Caleb Diehl
The Bus is Back: Division Project Redefines Bus Rapid Transit
Upgrades to bus service on Division could make their way to the greater Portland area.
The Pied Piper of Salem
A serial entrepreneur aims to make Salem a hotspot for nightlife and startups.
On the Scene: Oregon Leadership Summit
The 15th annual Oregon Leadership Summit yesterday brought together business and political leaders for a discussion about the state’s economic future.
PDX council adopts resolution supporting congestion pricing
The Portland City council yesterday unanimously adopted a resolution directing the Portland Bureau of Transportation to work with ODOT to research the best ways to implement congestion pricing on I-5 and I-205. Portland congestion increased four times faster than its population between 2013 and 2015. If it continues unabated, PBOT director Leah Treat said, congestion could … Read more
Defense contractors scramble to meet complex cyber security rules
Defense contractors face confusion and uncertainty leading up to cyber security deadline.
On the Scene: Advocacy and industry groups comment on Cleaner Air Oregon rules
Southeast Portland residents and industry representatives got a chance to comment last night on Cleaner Air Oregon, a set of rules Gov. Kate Brown proposed that would limit industrial air toxics. We captured a few comments as neighborhood advocacy groups squared off against rail company employees. Related Story: DEQ ramps up penalties for asbestos violations “I’ve … Read more
The Bus is Back: Is car-oriented Bend ready to embrace transit?
Bend gets the funding to build a modern bus sytem, just in time for rapid population growth.
Unions introduce measure for state corporate tax transparency
As debate rages over the Republican tax plan, Oregon unions launch a campaign for corporate tax transparency. IP 25, a measure introduced by SEIU Local 503 & Oregon AFSCME, would require publically-traded Oregon companies to disclose state-level tax information. “Good laws start with good information,” SEIU Local 503 president Steven Demarest said in an email. … Read more